China Merchants Port Holdings Co Ltd (HK:0144)
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0144 Stock Chart & Stats
HK$15.31
-HK$0.22(-1.67%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
HK$15.31
-HK$0.22(-1.67%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week RangeHK$12.54 - HK$17.85
Previous CloseN/A
Volume1.99M
Average Volume (3M)2.74M
Market Cap
HK$53.86B
Enterprise ValueHK$81.22B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)HK$16.44B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)HK$36.29B
Price to Earnings (P/E)8.4
Beta0.40
Next Earnings
Aug 28, 2026EPS Estimate
0.87Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield5.72%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)1.53
Shares Outstanding4,198,009,300
10 Day Avg. Volume2,379,632
30 Day Avg. Volume2,738,581
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.53
Price to Book (P/B)0.58
Price to Sales (P/S)4.76
P/FCF Ratio7.39
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
HK$17.32Price Target Upside13.13% Upside
Rating ConsensusStrong Buy
Number of Analyst Covering5
EPS Forecast (FY)1.79
Revenue Forecast (FY)HK$14.05B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Consistent Free Cash FlowConsistently positive operating and free cash flow, with a strong rebound in 2024–2025, supports durable capacity to fund capex, maintain dividends, and invest in terminals or JVs. Robust FCF reduces dependence on external financing and enhances resilience through trade cycles.
Revenue Growth AccelerationSteady top-line growth and a clear acceleration in 2025 indicate improving throughput or better contract/pricing mix across the terminal portfolio. Sustainable revenue expansion supports higher utilization, investment recovery, and longer-term earnings stability for a port operator.
Solid Balance Sheet PostureA moderate debt-to-equity ratio and growing equity signal conservative capitalization for a capital-intensive operator. This balance-sheet strength preserves financial flexibility for greenfield or JV investments, weathering shipping cycles and supporting steady investment in terminal assets.
Bears Say
Declining EPS TrendNegative EPS growth near -18% reflects earnings pressure that could stem from mix, one-offs, or slower associate contributions. If persistent, EPS decline undermines internal reinvestment capacity and could pressure dividend sustainability or constrain strategic investments over the medium term.
Margin Volatility / One-offsNotable swings and one-off driven margin spikes reduce comparability and complicate forecasting. For a port operator, volatile margins suggest exposure to irregular items or pricing/volume swings, which impairs confidence in sustainable operating margins and long-term profitability modeling.
Returns Steady But Not HighSteady but muted ROE and meaningful leverage limit upside from capital deployment. For an infrastructure investor/operator, middling returns constrain ability to generate outsized shareholder value and may limit capital available for large organic or inorganic growth initiatives.
China Merchants Port Holdings Co News
0144 FAQ
What was China Merchants Port Holdings Co Ltd’s price range in the past 12 months?
China Merchants Port Holdings Co Ltd lowest stock price was HK$12.54 and its highest was HK$17.85 in the past 12 months.
What is China Merchants Port Holdings Co Ltd’s market cap?
China Merchants Port Holdings Co Ltd’s market cap is HK$53.86B.
When is China Merchants Port Holdings Co Ltd’s upcoming earnings report date?
China Merchants Port Holdings Co Ltd’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 28, 2026 which is in 63 days.
How were China Merchants Port Holdings Co Ltd’s earnings last quarter?
China Merchants Port Holdings Co Ltd released its earnings results on Mar 31, 2026. The company reported HK$0.84 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of HK$0.87 by -HK$0.03.
Is China Merchants Port Holdings Co Ltd overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts China Merchants Port Holdings Co Ltd’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does China Merchants Port Holdings Co Ltd pay dividends?
China Merchants Port Holdings Co Ltd pays a Quarterly dividend of HK$0.489 which represents an annual dividend yield of 5.72%. See more information on China Merchants Port Holdings Co Ltd dividends here
What is China Merchants Port Holdings Co Ltd’s EPS estimate?
China Merchants Port Holdings Co Ltd’s EPS estimate is 0.87.
How many shares outstanding does China Merchants Port Holdings Co Ltd have?
China Merchants Port Holdings Co Ltd has 4,198,009,300 shares outstanding.
What happened to China Merchants Port Holdings Co Ltd’s price movement after its last earnings report?
China Merchants Port Holdings Co Ltd reported an EPS of HK$0.84 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of HK$0.87. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -6.809%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of China Merchants Port Holdings Co Ltd?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in HK:0144
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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China Merchants Port Holdings Co Stock Smart Score
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Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
31.41%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
5.92%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
4.55%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
China Merchants Port Holdings Co Ltd
China Merchants Port Holdings Company Limited, an investment holding company, engages in ports operation, bonded logistics operation, and property investment Mainland China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Brazil, and internationally. The company operates through Ports Operation, Bonded Logistics Operation, and Other Operations segments. It engages in the container, and bulk and general cargo terminal operation; logistic park operation, ports transportation, and airport cargo handling; and property development and holding, as well as logistics operation activities. The company also provides container related logistics services; financial services; port development, management, and operation services; trading, terminal operation, and repair and maintenance services. In addition, it offers handling and stevedoring container services; loads and unloads goods; operates berths and tugboats; and holds various pieces of land. The company was formerly known as China Merchants Holdings (International) Company Limited and changed its name to China Merchants Port Holdings Company Limited in June 2016. China Merchants Port Holdings Company Limited was founded in 1872 and is headquartered in Central, Hong Kong.
0144 Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
HK$17.32
▲(13.13% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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